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News First Baptist – Greenville
We are a community of believers in God as revealed in Jesus Christ as Lord. We believe in the authority of the Bible, the equality of all members, unity in diversity, and the priesthood of all believers. In communion with and through the power of the Holy Spirit, we follow the Way of Jesus the Christ and share the Good News through worship, education, ministries, and missions. As an autonomous Baptist Church, we value our heritage and the freedom it allows us to minister alongside other groups, both Christian and non-Christian. We express our love for all in gratitude for the love God has shown to us. September 3, 2014
Mission Statement
www.firstbaptistgreenville.com
Thought from the Spiritual Formation Committee... “By reading the scriptures I am so renewed that all nature seems renewed around me and with me. The sky seems to be a pure, a cooler blue, the trees a deeper green. The whole world is charged with the glory of God and I feel fire and music under my feet.” – Thomas Merton, 20th century
Rustlings...
HOMEWORK...is being assigned now that a new academic year is in full swing. Elementary school
children are putting worksheets in their binders, middle and high school students are engaging the initial steps of projects and university students are digging into the requirements of syllabi and reading lists. Homework is intended to do one of two things – reinforce what we have learned or expand the parameters of what we have learned. It has been my observation that those who do their homework are typically better prepared for subsequent classes and exams. Not always my experience, but certainly my observation...
HOMEWORK...is rarely part of a church congregation’s life. At times, small study groups or discipleship groups will be given assignments that extend beyond the scope of a meeting. But congregations as a whole are not accustomed to receiving a syllabus. Well...I’d like to give you some homework. It will reinforce some things you already know and also expand the parameters of your present experience. I would like for every church member –
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Wednesdays at First
4:45-6:15 p.m. – Supper (Fellowship Hall)
5:30-6:15 p.m. – Three-year-old Choir and Missions (B-207)
5:30-6:15 p.m. – Missions for Four-year-olds through Grade 5 (A-300, E-300 and B-400 Hallways)
6:15-7:00 p.m. – Choir for Four-year-olds through Grade 5 (A-300, E-300 and B-400 Hallways)
6:15-6:55 p.m. – MidWeek Fellowship (Fellowship Hall)
7:00-8:30 p.m. – Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room)
Wednesdays at FirstMidWeek Fellowship
6:15 p.m.
“Freedom Songs” starting September 10
Kyle Matthews and Jim Dant collaborate in blending The Book of Exodus and the music of
the Baby Boomers into a prophetic word for the church. You will not want to miss eleven evenings
of Exodus mixed with the Eagles, the Spinners, Boz Scaggs, Marvin Gaye, Supertramp and more!
2014 Budget Goal $2,300,406
Giving as of 8/31/2014 $1,315,524
Sunday, September 7, 2014The Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost – Senior Adult SundayFamily Dedication – Jay and Kimberly Stephens with Lucy10:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary
Proclaimer: Jim DantScripture: Acts 15:1-20Sermon: Best Business Conference EverAnthem: “Zion’s Walls” – COPLAND
The service choir for this Sunday is the Sanctuary Choir.
The 10:30 a.m. worship will be simulcast live on WLFJ 660 AM and 92.9 FM from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
The flowers in the Sanctuary this Sunday, September 7, are given to the glory of God and in memory of Ernest Garrett on the occasion of his birthday by his family. Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before him; God is a refuge for us. (Psalm 62:8)
Sanctuary Flowers
Protecting or restoring our local natural ecosystems provides benefits ranging from clean air, water, and food products to healthy recreation options. Removing invasive species, picking up trash, installing a rain garden or planting a tree are all simple ways to preserve our local environment.
A Green Tip from SAVER
Giving as of 8/31/2014 $$23,554
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Missions: Focus on
Youth/Rec Minister SearchThe Youth and Recreation
Minister Search Committee is accepting applications for the position of minister of youth and recreation. Job responsibilities will include all aspects of ministry relating to youth (grades 6-12) and leadership of the Recreation Ministry. Candidates must have a Master of Divinity degree from an accredited seminary/divinity school and a minimum of 5 years experience in the area of youth ministry. Interested candidates can find a complete job description at www.firstbaptistgreenville.com. To apply please send a cover letter, resume and statement of Youth Ministry philosophy to Jenna Manning at [email protected] or 847 Cleveland Street, Greenville South Carolina 29601.
The search committee welcomes input from the congregation as they begin their work. Please contact any of the members if you would like to share your thoughts.
Bob Cloaninger 864-901-5264 [email protected]
Ana Gibbs 864-525-6595 [email protected]
Reed Wilson 864-436-0725 [email protected]
Stephanie Wright 864-363-8957 [email protected]
is part of The Family Effect, whose mission is working to reduce addiction as a leading cause of family collapse and harm to children. Serenity Place provides comprehensive, residential treatment to about 120 pregnant women, young mothers and preschool-age children each year. 84% of the women and children achieve their treatment goals while in the program!
To learn more about Serenity Place and The Family Effect and how to get involved, visit www.thefamilyeffect.org or contact Heather Lother at [email protected].
During the month of September, we are collecting baby items for Serenity Place. Serenity Place
Please place the following items in the purple collection containers
around the church:
• Diapers• Diaper rash cream• Baby wipes• Baby lotion• Baby powder
Church Conferenceand Baked Potato Barfollowing worship on
September 21
Remember to make your reservations by noon on Monday!
Permanent reservations are available. Serving lines are open 4:45-6:15 p.m.
September 10Adults:
• Pasta bar w/red meat sauce and white sauce, bowtie and penne pasta
• Italian green beans• Salad• Italian bread• Fruit• Dessert
Kids: • Pizza bread• Green beans• Fruit• Cookie
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from our youngest youth to our oldest adult – to read Father Gregory Boyle’s book Tattoos on the Heart. It is an incredible reflection on Father Boyle’s work among the most gang-dominated streets of East Los Angeles, California. Nothing in the book seems relevant to First Baptist Church Greenville...and everything in this book is relevant to First Baptist Church Greenville. I promise you will laugh, cry, think and be inspired. In October, I will be leading a four week discussion of the book. Three different times will be offered each week for you to attend a discussion session: Sunday morning, a weekday lunch and a weekday evening. Hopefully everyone will be able to fit one of these into their schedule. But even if you cannot attend a discussion session, please read the book. Now, it’s back to school. Go to the bookstore, buy your book and do your homework. I’ll see you in class in October...
– Jim
Roadrunners on the Move
September 24Rolling Green Village Day Trip
Lunch and a TourDepart church: 11:00 a.m.
Return to church: Mid-afternoonCost: $1 (bus)
October 7Lunch at Copper River in Seneca
(pay your own)SC Botanical Gardens
Depart church: 10:00 a.m.Return to church: 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $5 (bus)
Senior Adult Birthdays
September 7Earline Shabkie
Sarah Gossett Home27 Conestee AvenueGreenville, SC 29605
October 5, 11:30 a.m.Lula Whilden World Missions
Offering Luncheon
October 5, 6:30 p.m.St. Francis Blessing
of the Animals Service
October 26, 5:00 p.m.Hector Oliver, organist in recital
in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Casavant organ in the
Sanctuary
October 29Trunk or Treat with Nicholtown
Missionary Baptist Church at the Phillis Wheatley Center.
FBCG Prayer Groups Two prayer groups are resuming
their weekly meetings on Tuesdays at FBCG. Both include readings and conversation about the practice of praying. At 11:00 a.m. the Intercessory Prayer group meets in the Missions Room in E 317 (Chapel hallway). They lift up prayers addressing cares and concerns of our Community of Faith and beyond. At noon the Centering Prayer group meets in the Prayer Room (E-325) near the Chapel. They listen for the guidance of Spirit through contemplative silence.
God welcomes all sincere prayers. YOU are invited!
Alliance Event
September 25-28Charlotte, NC
Room for Hope Festival: Alliance of Baptists and
Bright Stars of BethlehemFor more information, visit
http://allianceofbaptists.org/NewsAndEvents/event_detail/678
First Baptist Greenville will begin two Just Faith groups this fall, one on Monday morning and one on Tuesday evening. Groups begin September 8 and 9, respectively, and meet weekly until late spring 2015. While the Monday morning group is full, a few spaces remain in the Tuesday evening group. If you are interested, please contact Eric Coleman at [email protected] by September 7.
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Vol. LV September 3, 2014 No. 34
PASTORAL CAREEMERGENCIES
Nights and Weekends
If you are unable to reach this minister immediately, please call the Church Office, 233-2527, and leave a message by pressing the number “3” for “Pastoral Care Emergencies.”
September 2-7Matt Rollins 346-0971 (h)
370-2522 ext. 199
September 8-14Baxter Wynn 288-4078 (h)
370-2522 ext. 199
Extended Session: September 7
Foster and Leslie Rodwell (Directors)Brandon and Leslie Roberts (Twos)TBD (Threes)Hunter and Joy Howard (Fours)Chris and Jennifer Powell (Fives)Helen Lee Turner (Worship)Melanie Ruhlman (Pianist)
In the Hospital:
Memorial: Tim Bright
Sympathy to:
...Marci DeWolf and familyin the death of her mother.
...Charmaine Fuller and familyin the death of her grandmother.
...Judy Barbare and family in the deaths of her mother, aunt
and great-nephew.
Care Listas of
9/3/2014
First Baptist is partnering with Nicholtown Baptist Church to collect shoes for Haiti, Uganda and India. Children’s shoes are also collected year-round for Just Clothes and Love at First Baptist. This is a wonderful opportunity to give the shoes you no longer need to those who have none. The shoe drive starts Wednesday, August 27, and ends September 15. Containers marked for donations are located in the Rotunda, outside the Fellowship Hall, outside the Sanctuary and in the AYMC. For more information, call Frank Smith, 616-5444, or Delores Durham, 325-3195, at Nicholtown Missionary Baptist Church. All donated children’s shoes will be given to Just Clothes and Love.
For Lack of a Shoe...
On August 26, the staff of First Baptist Greenville took the Ice Bucket Challenge in honor of church member Teresa Gray. Teresa, wearing a shirt that reads “ALS messed with the WRONG CHICK,” also took part in the soaking (pictured above). To view the video of the event, visit http://youtu.be/6-jd-k9Sinw?list=UUd9YxNHUNTzcIZeom7TynPw.
AYMC Offerings
Church League basketball registrations have begun. Check the website for more information.